AFL MEMBERS: Join us for the Alliance Française de Louisville Book Club! This fall, we'll be reading Pardon My French by Charles Timoney. This witty and insightful guide by Charles Timoney takes readers beyond the classroom and into the quirks of real French life. Pardon My French mixes slang, idioms, and everyday expressions with humorous anecdotes from the author's own experiences as a British expat living in France. Far from a dry language manual, it offers a playful look at culture, communication, and the often-surprising realities of navigating French society. Perfect for language lovers and Francophiles alike, it's a fun read that promises both laughs and "aha!" moments.
Meeting Dates / Reading Schedule
  • Saturday, October 25, 3–5 PM (Chapters to Discuss: read from the beginning to chapter entitled "Education")
  • Saturday, November 8, 3–5 PM (Chapters to Discuss: read until chapter entitled "How to Sound French")
  • Saturday, November 22, 3–5 PM (Chapters to Discuss: read until chapter entitled "Young People and Their Slang")
  • Saturday, December 6th, 3-5 PM (Chapters to Discuss: read until the end of the book)
Location: The Wine Room | 2704 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
Discussion Leaders: AFL Board Members Megan Scott & Victoria Boggs
Details:
  • Book Title: Pardon My French by Charles Timoney (Available Here: www.carmichaelsbookstore.com)
  • Discussions will be held in both English and French.
  • Free for AFL members (registration required).
  • Participants will need to purchase their own copy of the book.
  • Mention the Alliance Française at Carmichael's Bookstore and receive a 20% discount on the book.
Come enjoy good wine, great company, and lively conversation!